Carmina Burana

"Carmina Burana" is a cantata composed by Carl Orff in 1936, based on 24 medieval poems. The title translates to "Songs of Beuron," referencing a collection of 11th- and 12th-century Latin and Middle High German texts that celebrate themes of fate, love, and earthly pleasures. The most famous piece, "O Fortuna," expresses the unpredictability of fortune and fate. Orff's composition is known for its dramatic choral and orchestral music, featuring powerful rhythms and vivid imagery. It remains a popular work in both concert halls and popular culture, often associated with themes of celebration and the human experience.